CBD has become an immensely popular form of healing in the past few years, it has helped many people with many different conditions around the world. CBD, also known as Cannabidiol, is one of the most popular cannabinoids found within the marijuana plant. CBD does not cause a feeling of euphoria or a “high” sensation, which helps for those who need the help without those side effects. Regulations around cannabis has hindered the research for a
long time, but in recent years, the laws have eased more and scientist from around the world have been able to discover more about these compounds. There is also CBN, a more recently discovered cannabinoid from the cannabis plant. Though like CBD, it has a differing origin, as it comes from more of an oxidization process. Manufacturers expose THC to heat and light, which breaks it down, leaving behind CBN. Because of this, no strains of cannabis contain high levels of CBN themselves. CBN oil is made from CBN combined with CBD. Currently, you can rarely find a pure CBN product, but it is believed that this compound works better in combination with CBD. It is usually in a 1:3 ratio of CBN+CBD and is mainly used to improve users’ sleep. It is also capable of reducing pain within the body.

This cannabinoid has also been shown to help regulate the immune system and works to relieve the pain and inflammation caused by several conditions, including arthritis and Crohn’s disease. A 2019 rat study found that both CBD and CBN were able to reduce myofascial pain in rats. A combination of CBN and CBD was even more effective than either alone. The researchers concluded that CBN and CBD may be able to relieve pain from temporomandibular disorders and fibromyalgia. Did you know while CBD can also act as a mild appetite suppressant, CBN tends to stimulate one’s appetite? Both CBN and CBD are known anecdotally to relieve symptoms of pain and inflammation, by potentially altering pain signals that the brain receives.

Despite their similar names, CBD and CBN are still different molecules. CBD is usually the second most common cannabinoid in a cannabis plant. Manufacturers can breed cannabis plants to have a higher amount of CBD. Manufacturers cannot directly adjust the amount of CBN in a plant, as it is created from the breakdown of THC. Here at AHS, we carry CBD as well as CBN products. A couple examples of CBN products we carry would be our Coastal Clouds CBD:CBN Sleep Capsules. Another being our new Sleep Well gummies that contain the CBD:CBN, as well as melatonin and elderberry! Both being perfect for your sleep needs.

Always consult your primary care physician before starting a new treatment.

Our team of specialists are always available to provide you with education and assist you with any questions regarding CBD.